Bachelor's in Exercise and Sports Science

Macquarie University is a prestigious higher education institution located in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1964, it is recognized globally for its excellence in teaching and research. Macquarie offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, business, science, engineering, and health. The university is known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education, encouraging students to think critically, embrace diversity, and pursue lifelong learning. Macquarie's campus is vibrant and inclusive, providing state-of-the-art facilities, research centers, and a supportive learning environment. With a strong commitment to societal engagement and global impact, Macquarie University prepares students to become future leaders, equipped with the knowledge and skills to tackle real-world challenges.

Exercise scientists work with an extensive range of people. These include elite athletes looking to take their performance to greater heights, those who’ve sustained a physical injury, workplace health and safety practitioners, and medical and allied health professionals. They work in private practice, hospitals, gyms, aged care, government agencies or for sports teams. The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science combines practitioner-led in-class instruction with professional and practical experience via hands-on learning and placements. You’ll study anatomy; biomechanics; exercise physiology; human growth, development and ageing; motor learning and control; performance analysis; and strength and conditioning. Your learning will be enhanced by our outstanding new exercise and sports science facility, which includes industry-standard strength and conditioning, and exercise and sport science testing equipment.